Features Cooking Classes Kids Cooking Classes Education Guide Homepage Guide To CT's Fall/Winter Cooking Classes For Adults & Kids (2025) Hannah Goodman September 07, 2025 With summer coming to a close, it may be hard to look forward to, well, just about anything. While seasons will come and go, we stand strong in guaranteeing fun ways for members of our Connecticut community to ease in and out of every season. Soon, random pumpkins and squash will be showing up everywhere – on porch steps, in “fun” seasonal lattes, and on restaurant menus. Though we may not have complete control over the fads and trends that are destined to rule our fall and winter and the holidays that come with said seasons, we do have the ability as sentient beings to choose how to spend these imminent days. Below you’ll find many local businesses and restaurants that are offering cooking and baking classes for adults and children, all of which will further your culinary education. They’ll allow you to hone the skills you dare whip out on Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, or Christmas…the techniques you swear you have, whether it's to impress your in-laws or hold over your kids heads all year as a form of weaponized guilt (another skill parents have). Whatever the case may be, allow this list to fuel those fires within and get to accomplishing what is truly important: eating good food with good people. The Fig Cooking School - Milford www.figcookingschool.comAdult ClassesFor over sixteen years, The Fig Cooking School has brought guests together over vibrant and intimate hands-on cooking classes. Convenient to all of New Haven and Fairfield Counties, their state-of-the-art teaching kitchen on the Milford Shoreline is designed to inspire, with marble countertops and Wolf appliances gracing a striking copper bar. Colorful seasonal menus range from Après Ski, to Parisian Winter Dinner, to Festive Holiday Celebrations, to Spice Market: Persia, or their best-selling Steak au Poivre and are designed to be relevant to guests of all skill levels - from absolute beginners to seasoned home chefs. Classes for public registration are held several times a week, with custom team-building events and private parties available to schedule year-round. After chopping, mixing, and measuring together, guests sit down at community tables to enjoy the meal they have just prepared. It’s common to see guests exchanging phone numbers at the end of an evening of storytelling, laughter, and camaraderie that only breaking bread can bring.Everything Dough - Stamford https://www.everythingdough.com/ Adult Classes, Kids Classes Everything Dough offers hands-on pizza-making classes for both kids and adults, creating fun and interactive experiences that bring people together. Their team-building sessions are especially popular during the holiday season, giving colleagues a chance to connect while learning something new. In just two hours, participants learn to make authentic Neapolitan-style pizza, with gluten-free options available to ensure everyone can join in. A dessert experience can also be added to enhance the event. Everything Dough provides all setup and cleanup, making the process seamless for hosts. They offer both private classes—at the client’s location or at their own venue—as well as monthly public classes open to all.AMG Catering - Wilton https://amgcatering.comAdult Classes AMG Catering has been offering cooking classes for over a decade now and a night full of food, laughter, and chef’s secrets is a guarantee. They offer a variety of class themes like “Oktoberfest," "Healthy bites and sips," Tribute classes to Anthony Bourdain and Julia Child and more! These classes are very engaging and hands-on. Not sure which class to choose? AMG offers gift certificates so you don’t have to pick right away. They are also collaborating with the local Sipstirs Fine Wines and will be offering wine pairings with some of the classes. AMG Catering's fall and winter classes are available for registration online now (and selling out fast) so claim your spot for a delicious night asap! Register for fall and winter classes now! A Little Healthier - Fairfieldhttps://alittlehealthier.com Adult ClassesHot flashes, mood swings, and midnight cravings? Menopause doesn’t have to mean misery! Liz Jackowitz, MS, CNS, CDN, is a nutritionist who specializes in helping women thrive in this stage with food that supports hormones, boosts energy, and still tastes amazing. Join her in the kitchen—or virtually from yours—and discover how fun and delicious menopause-friendly eating can be. Follow Liz on IG @a.littlehealthier. A Pinch of Salt - In-Home, Virtual https://apinchofsalt.comAdult Classes, Kids Classes Let Chef Raquel Rivera join you (or your kids & their friends) in your kitchen for a private cooking class or cooking party. She’ll teach everyone how to work with quality ingredients, how to use cookware properly, and how to hone your kitchen techniques. Click here for her upcoming seasonal class menus. Aux Delices - Stamfordauxdelicesfoods.com Kids ClassesUnlock your child's culinary creativity at Aux Delices. They have cooking classes for kids ages 8-14 on Sundays at their Commissary in Stamford. For their latest schedules visit their website. Basso Restaurant & Wine Bar - Westportbassobistrocafe.com Adult ClassesLearn the art of pizza making, paella making, and entertaining (Mediterranean-style) from Chef Renato Donzelli! Check out their class info on their website or call 203.354.6566.BROTworkshop - Killingworthwww.brotworkshop.comAdult ClassesBROTworkshop, a German cottage bread bakery offering traditional European sourdough wheat and rye breads on weekends, made to order, hosts a series of Sourdough Bread Baking classes. For more information and to place and order: www.brotworkshop.comCaffe Bon - Stamford https://caffebon.com Adult Classes, Kids Classes This 3-hour cooking class includes fun for all! Their classes include complimentary welcome apps, a focaccia demo, a hands-on lesson on cooking traditional Italian meals, complimentary dessert, and an open espresso bar. You can sign up for their regular classes or book them for a private party. Chef Paul Barron - Madison, In-Homewww.chefpaulbarron.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesLearn from Chef Barron himself! His private, hands-on classes are taught at The Table in downtown Madison, though he can usually accommodate a location of your choosing. His teachings are method and technique-based and last about three hours (1-6 participants). Book here!Cook and Grow - Bridgeportwww.cookandgrow.orgKids ClassesCook and Grow is a revolving, 6-week program (after school) for children 8-13 years old. In this program, your child will learn about food & kitchen safety, food prep, nutrition, and how food consumption has a direct affect on physical health. Call 203.543.9493 for more information. Apply now - limited space available! Cookshop Plus - West Hartfordwww.cookshopplus.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesCookshop Plus has many classes to choose from, from now until the end of October (more classes to follow), including “Knife Skills 101,” “Global Kitchen: The Flavors of Portugal,” “English Pub Grub,” “Dim Sum 2.0,” “Culinary Kids: Halloween,” and many more! Head here for a full list of their upcoming classes. Culinary Works - Stamfordhttps://culinaryworks.comAdult ClassesJoin Culinary Works this September for their inspiring class: “Fall-ing for Flavor: An Autumn Cooking Class.” Chef Julia and her team will take you through a full-course meal using fresh fall ingredients and flavors, including an apple crisp with oat streusel and cinnamon vanilla ice cream – because no meal is complete without something sweet! Register here now! Delavignes Gourmet Foods & Gifts - Waterbury https://shopdelavignes.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesClasses with Chef Laura (owner & chef at Delavignes) take place on Friday nights, Saturday afternoons, and Sunday mornings. They last roughly 1.5 hours and are a blend of chef demos, hands-on cooking, and general knowledge building. Chef Laura’s Italian heritage and background will help you create and understand delicious Italian meals and desserts for years to come! Elm City Social - New Haven www.elmcitysocial.comAdult Classes, Cocktail Classes Spruce up your cocktail-making skills with one of Elm City Social’s upcoming mixology classes! Enjoy a 1-2 hour hands-on lesson as well as delicious food that will pair perfectly with your freshly mixed drinks. They are offering multiple “Tequila and Margarita Classes” and “Pre-Prohibition Classes” this fall and winter, so sign up now! Fairfield Cheese Company - Fairfield, Greenwichhttps://fairfieldcheese.comAdult ClassesAre you obsessed with everything cheese and wine? Well, so is FCC! This fall they are offering cheese courses at both CT locations with classes like “A Celebration of Spanish Cheese & Wine,” “Perfect Pairings: Oktoberfest Cheese & Beer (and Brats),” and “Cheese 101.” Gather your fellow cheese-loving friends & fam and sign up now! Cheese School & Events. Farmers and Cooks - Multiple Locationswww.instagram.com/farmersandcooksAdult ClassesFarmers and Cooks is all about sustainability and good food, which should go hand-in-hand. Sign up now for their “101 Sourdough and Bread Making” three hour extensive, hands-on course on September 9th. Email them @ info@farmersandcooks.com for more info or to book a private class for you & your friends or an upcoming corporate event. Fiddleheads Cooking Studio - Stamford, Weston (Lachat Town Farm)https://www.fiddleheadscookingstudio.com/ Kids Classes Fiddleheads offers hands-on cooking classes within a fun and educational environment, promoting food exploration and teaching children where food comes from using seasonal ingredients – giving children the confidence they need in the kitchen! Classes are conducted for children of all ages at various locations throughout Connecticut and Westchester. Foodies Cookbook Shop - Stratfordwww.foodiesbookshop.comAdult ClassesFoodies Cookbook Shop offers hands-on small group cooking classes alongside a curated selection of new and vintage cookbooks. A few upcoming class topics include Mexican street foods, New Orleans gumbo, Asian dumplings, a garlic experience, Paella-making, and more! Check out their website for more details on how to become the best foodie this fall.Foodology - Plantsville https://foodologylab.com Adult Classes, Cocktail Classes, Kids ClassesFoodology is offering a multitude of classes and workshops for all ages this fall and winter. Kids, tweens, and teens can learn how to bake Halloween cupcakes, cinnamon monkey bread, cookies for Santa, veggie sushi, and lots more! Adults will cook up empanadas, Halloween-inspired treats, focaccia, and more (while sipping wines & cocktails). Classes for parties and events are also available. Global Local Gourmet - Hamden https://thegloballocalgourmet.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesThe Kitchen Oasis is your go-to online cooking school and social club! As a monthly member, you’ll have access to step-by-step expert instruction on basic kitchen skills, recipes, new flavors, and techniques. The Kids Kitchen Oasis is available for children interested in gardening, food, and learning about quality ingredients. Check their website to learn more about their after-school programs and cooking parties. Hartwork Cookie Co. - Stratfordwww.hartworkcookieco.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesThis fall, Hartwork Cookie Co. is offering two in-person fall cookie decorating classes (9/16 in Newtown and 10/25 in Stratford). No experience is needed for these classes, so sign up now to learn how to make the most festive (and delicious) cookies around! Click here for more info and to purchase your tickets. Heather Carey - Southport, Virtualhttps://heathercarey.comAdult ClassesHeather Carey is a nutritional coach for women over 40, aiming to teach you how to live a healthier lifestyle through the foods that you prepare and eat. Whether you want to lose weight, eat a more plant-rich diet, or learn how to meal-prep, Chef Carey has got you covered! Check out her website to learn more about her techniques and the specific classes she is offering this fall and winter. Hudson Table - Stamfordhttps://hudsontable.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesHudson Table is an interactive culinary studio that offers a wide array of events ranging from chef competitions to knife skills demos and hands-on cooking classes (for all ages). Their classes have guests work in small, interactive groups with a professional chef guiding you through meal preparation while teaching you new culinary skills. Some kids courses include basic meal prep, various pastries, dumplings, and Halloween-inspired dishes. After-school classes available! Italian Kitchen - Fairfieldhttps://italiankitchenct.comAdult Classes, All Ages Classes The Italian Kitchen is offering its 4th annual sauce making event (includes mozzarella crafting and meatball rolling)! This event is on 9/6 and tickets are still available. “Mom’s Night Out” is another upcoming class just for moms, where they will sip wine and make homemade pizza (9/11)! Learn, eat, and craft some Italian staples. Mangia, mangia! Kitch - Mystic https://kitchmystic.comAdult ClassesKitch offers both scheduled public cooking and baking classes and private sessions tailored to your event needs (groups of 6-12). Some classes offered this fall include a New England feast, a French fall feast, quick breads, stocks/soups/sauces, and various pastry making courses (taught by Chef Lisa). Head to their website now and sign up for whatever course suits your fancy! Le Rouge: Handmade Chocolates by Aarti - Westporthttps://lerougebyaarti.com/ Adult Classes, Kids ClassesEver dreamed of making your own chocolate creations? Join Le Rouge “Aartisan” Chocolates’ hands-on chocolate-making classes: a delightful and memorable alternative to everyday family activities. Fall/winter classes are coming soon, so check their website for updates. Little Oak Cafe - Canton https://littleoakcafe.comAdult Classes, All Ages Classes A fun night of hands-on Italian cooking is available for you and your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors! They offer private pasta and pizza-making classes as well as wine dinners and demos (after hours) in their kitchen. Email loccanton@gmail.com or call them at 860.352.2765 to book your private class or party!Mary’s Culinary Classes, LLC - Multiple Locationswww.marysculinaryclassesllc.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesMary's offers a wide variety of cooking classes for students of all ages and skills, including classes for kids, teens, adults, parent/child, senior citizens, birthdays, team building events, and office parties. They offer classes in multiple locations and will even come to you. Whether you want to sharpen your kitchen skills, learn how to make a new seafood dish, or just enjoy an evening with food & friends, they’ve got it all! Match - Virtualhttps://matchsono.com/cookingschool/Adult ClassesChef Matt Storch and his team offer virtual pre-recorded classes that come in bundles of 1, 3, or 6. Also available for purchase are packs of 3 or 6 pre-recorded classes that come with a 15 min Q+A with the chef himself. Cuisines range from Italian and American farm cooking, Vietnamese staples, Mediterranean dishes, to Chef Storch’s twists on global classics. Enjoy fine foods made by YOU in your very own kitchen!Mimi’s Cake Decorating School - Wethersfield, Virtual www.mimiscakedecoratingschool.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesMimi’s offers both in-person and online classes for all ages & skill levels. Whether you want private, in-home classes, group classes, or a class for your next party or corporate event, Mimi’s has it all. Check out their website for details and to see what group classes they’ll be hosting at local cake supply/craft stores. From baking to making icing from scratch, they want you to achieve your baking goals! New Haven Pizza School - New Havenwww.newhavenpizzaschool.comAdult ClassesLooking for a true pizza learning experience? This class is perfect for team building, date night, family get-togethers, Mother’s and Father’s Day gifts, Christmas presents, etc. Learn how to make world-famous New Haven Style Pizza from Frank Zabski, The Pizza Gavone!Newbrook Kitchen - Cheshirewww.newbrookkitchen.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesStep out of the dining room and into the kitchen at one of Newbrook Kitchen’s interactive and memorable cooking classes. Explore French, Japanese, Spanish, German, Italian cuisines and more! For booking and more information, visit their website. Passionately Pasta - Wallingfordhttps://passionatelypasta.comAdult ClassesPassionately Pasta offers four private and group pasta-making class options. Fill out their online form and choose the handmade pasta class, the hand-rolled pasta class, the beginner ravioli class, or the advanced ravioli class – you can’t go wrong! The Silo Cooking School - New Milfordwww.thesilo.orgAdult Classes Celebrating 50+ years in the business! Culinary legends and innovative cooking ideas have kept Silo flourishing as CT’s very first recreational cooking school – and they want you to be a part of its history. They have many upcoming classes, including traditional polenta making, Oktoberfest indulgences, sourdough & starters 101, Italian desserts, and more! Click here for more class info and to sign up. Simply Chef Renee - Hartford County, Windsor, Virtualhttps://simplychefrenee.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesChef Renee offers cooking classes that are delicious, healthy, and fun. Private classes and demos are available for your office events and virtual classes are available for groups, team building events, and kids. Learn about healthy cooking methods for you and your family from Chef Renee – she’ll even teach you the basics! Sprout Chefs - Darienwww.sproutchefs.comKids ClassesSprout Chefs’ fall and winter kids cooking classes are now available for registration! The array of classes they offer will teach your kids the pleasures and benefits of preparing healthy food by using fresh, seasonal ingredients. They offer classes on school holidays, preschooler “Story Time and Food Art,” and a variety of cooking series influenced by the upcoming seasons and holidays. Sur la Table - Canton, Darienwww.surlatable.com Adult Classes, Kids Classes Sur la Table is offering classes at both CT locations, including the basics (like knife sharpening) and more advanced classes like “Fine French Dining,” “Tuscan Feast,” “Fall Baking Favorites,” and many, many more. Their classes are perfect for date nights or for just honing your culinary skills. Check out and book a class on their website. The Sushi Class - Multiple Locations https://thesushiclass.comAdult ClassesDiscover and learn from professional chefs in The Sushi Class’s many educational offerings, including private, public, and team building classes. There are sushi making classes throughout CT and most are offered at your local brewery or winery, so you can learn the art of sushi while sipping on a delicious beverage of your choosing. Check out their website to see when they’ll be in your area! Terry Walters - Multiple Locations, Virtualwww.terrywalters.net Adult Classes Join Terry for a plant-based cooking class or workshop featuring in-season organic ingredients and abundant information and inspiration to empower healthy home cooking. Terry offers both demonstration-style and hands-on classes and workshops, corporate wellness programs, and private group and individual classes. You’ll find Terry’s upcoming classes and workshops (including sourdough making, fermentation, knife skills, and more) on her website and you can watch Terry the first Wednesday of every month on WFSB’s “Great Day Connecticut!”Vita Pasta Lab - In-Homewww.vitapastalab.com Adult Classes Vita Pasta Lab is currently offering private cooking lessons, so you and your guests can enjoy a private, educational Italian dining experience in the comfort of your own home. Choose from an array of menu options (apps, 1st & 2nd courses, and desserts). Book here. Wakeman Town Farm - Westportwww.wakemantownfarm.org Adult Classes, Kids Classes The culinary mission in Tim’s Kitchen at Wakeman Town Farm is to teach people the basics — and the joys — of making seasonal meals together. Guests gather ‘round a massive kitchen island and learn the techniques to execute a specific array of recipes with local, seasonal and global flavor profiles, and then sit down around wooden farm tables to ‘wine and dine’ with new friends! Check out the Farm’s website to see the ever-changing array of classes on offer for both kids and adults. Weekend Kitchen - Essexwww.weekendkitchenct.comAdult ClassesWelcome to the Weekend Kitchen Cooking School, where local chefs can polish their skills through 3-hour, hands-on classes taught by true industry professionals with many different culinary backgrounds – and everyone lends a hand! While they book up fast, there are several fall classes still available, so head to their website for more info and to sign up now. Westport Continuing Education - Westportwww.westportcontinuinged.comAdult Classes, Kids ClassesThis fall, Staples High School is offering culinary courses for kids and adults. Kids, grades 6-8, can enroll in Crazy Delicious Fall: Culinary Arts with Chef Gans (choose either Session 1 or Session 2). Adults can enroll in Parul’s Indian Vegetarian Wonders with Chef Kamboj (one 6-week session). Registration for all classes is open now!
